DIY Fabric Chain - Holiday Garland | with Jennifer Bosworth of Shabby Fabrics

[@jemreandeau3583]

I’ve been looking for the perfect garland, then I realized I had the perfect colors right in my sewing room. Your instructions make it so easy, thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad this fun project inspired you! Thanks for watching 🥰 -Michelle

[@jeanettecliett7121]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing Have a blessed day. 💕🌲

[@tinastiner4329]

Just got my cutter we will be making this for are tree with the grandchildren this year

[@ShabbyFabrics]

These will be so cute!! Let us know how your project turns out.

[@charlottaahmed4486]

Really cute garland. Think I'll copy some of this.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy this festive project inspires you! -Michelle

[@tinaturull3793]

I Love you Jenn and all you do! You inspire me to get out of my comfort zone. Love Shabby Fabrics

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for being so kind! So glad we inspire you and thank you so much for watching! - Morgan

[@robinsonsomething]

First, I love this project!!! But I also love it because my 2 year old daughter was really grumpy this morning, but watching this totally cheered her up! She loves fabric already so she was 'ooh-ing' and 'ah-ing' at the pretty colors. Definitely planning to do this with my Christmas stash :) Thanks!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Awww, we love to hear that, sounds like she's going to be a maker!!

[@eirika2001]

I noticed you put the the fusable on both fabrics, was that just for the extra stiffness or would the heat n' bond not bond the two firmly enough with just one side? AWESOME project! Thank you :)

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Yes, it was for extra stiffness so it held its shape and stored better, but you could try it with just one and see if you prefer that. - Morgan

[@pattypreston7131]

I had pieces left over so I cut them in half and made a small garland. It's adorable!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

I bet that is so cute +Patty Preston! Mini things are always adorable! Thank you so much for watching!

[@marialurdesmacedo1305]

All. Of your works are lovely and i. Love of them! You. Are teaching very well! Sorry about my english if some. Times it are not much correctly because. It is not my best one! My good luck to. You!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you very much! You're doing a great job with your English. :) Thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@jacquibown9648]

I absolutely love your tutorials Jennifer and have become a huge fan! You make quilting such fun and easy to understand, thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Jacqui Bown thank you so, so much for your kind words and for taking the time to watch our videos!

[@annajackson2239]

The is the best Christmas craft I have ever come across! I cannot wait to start this. Thank you for sharing!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so awesome to hear! This is a fun one!

[@patrick7894779]

Anna Jackson we

[@olivewoo522]

I just saw these at Michael’s. I thought 🤩 how easy is this!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

And fun!! -Michelle

[@merciacharlois522]

Lindos ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Que bom que você ama esse projeto! Obrigado pelo seu comentário! ❤️ - Abby

[@kindredinspirit]

I’m gonna try this but perhaps use velcro or snaps to close so I can undo and make them flat for storage, otherwise I fear I’m storage they will get crushed. Will take up much less space to store

[@barbarafigard6753]

Great video demo ... this project is sure to garner compliments while it creates memories. Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much! So glad you like this project and thanks for taking the time to leave a nice comment. :) - Morgan

[@murphy2823]

I just happened upon the video... I love this. I'll be making it for Christmas this year. :)

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We'd love to see it! - Yajaira

[@carolyndaughton1592]

Love this!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you like this project! Thanks for watching! ✨❄️🎄 -Michelle

[@susanallen4603]

How great!! My idea while watching this is to make reversible placemats and matching or co-ordinating napkin rings. I was gifted the Olfa cutter and pinking blade. Time to put them to use. :-)

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Susan Allen what a fun idea to make coordinating projects! The pinking blade is so fun!

[@olivewoo522]

This would be a fun project to use with candy wrappers where you make them into bags.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a fun idea!! -Michelle

[@SherryRook]

I love it. I’ve been making your Fabric Christmas Ornaments on the styrofoam balls they came out very nice. Your Avery good teacher. Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching our videos! :) Happy Quilting!

[@ruthchristianson4595]

Nice! I like your fabric garland! Just a note on the paper garlands, though. I made one with narrower width and shorter length strips out of Christmas wrapping paper of various colors just for fun one year. I put it on a ficus tree I had. It was lightweight so it didn't harm the tree. Later, for storage, I gave it its own box to prevent crushing of the loops. This year, I draped it on the mantle, and I love the simplicity of it and the cheerful colors from the wrapping paper. I love DIY Christmas projects! I might try your (from your other video) Mod Podging the fabric on the clear ornament also with added glitter. I always seem to have scraps of fabric! Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Such a great idea to store your paper garland in a separate box to keep it from getting crushed or torn. We're finding it's the simple, handmade decorations we like the best! The Mod Podge Ornament is one of our favorites because we also never run out of scraps! ;) Have you seen the 3-D paper snowflake video too? That adds such a fun touch to winter/holiday decor. - Morgan

[@annemcnaney981]

What a great channel you have! I just found it & subscribed. I love Christmas, so lots of new ideas I can try, especially the pillowcase tutorial. Who knew it could be so very simple? Thanks again

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are so kind, thank you so much for watching and subscribing! The pillowcase project is so simple and makes such a good gift! Let us know how your projects turn out! - Morgan

[@jayneevanderheym5943]

Love your videos! 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! We're glad you enjoy them!! -Michelle

[@brendaahrens6042]

Hi, I'm a new subscriber. I'm new to working with fabric and love your tutorials. How long do you make the garland? I also did paper garland when i was a kid we always had it on our tree every year. I loved making the fabric snowflakes as well. I'm doing a vendor sale and would love to display a few garlands as well . Thanks!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Brenda - The size of the garland is definitely a personal preference. -Michelle

[@ashleyplatt4522]

Great,will be doing this project with mygroup

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Ashley Platt you and your group will have so much fun making these chains! It will go so quickly with several people working on it at once! Thank you for watching!

[@dorothyprocaccino127]

Virginia u r

[@DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts]

Excellent video Thank you. Lovely ideas you do great tutorials,

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@BuildAQuilt]

Do you recommend using Best Press or some starch when ironing the fabric before adding the Ultra Hold?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes! We love best press or sizing before using any fabrics for any projects :)

[@bunnyd9334]

Love...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! - Morgan

[@TriciaLBarber]

Absolutely love this idea! Could knit fabric be used as well since it is being stabilized? I think using the scraps from everything I have made through the year, including apparel would look really cute on my tree.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

While we have not attempted that, we'd be glad if you shared your feedback with us regarding your experience! Thanks for watching 💖 -Michelle

[@annf3949]

I’m making me some

[@aliciazavala5742]

Hola, 😍🥰 un saludo desde Guanajuato, México 🇲🇽

[@ShabbyFabrics]

¡Hola! ¡Gracias por ver! - Morgan

[@lindatschoepe3235]

What a great project! I will definitely make this. Thank you for all the tips! : )

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@michaelbergstrom2721]

Have you ever used this outside? I'm thinking rain or snow would soften the glue and make it floppy.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Michael - We have not used this project outside. Moisture would definitely affect the integrity of the fabrics. ♥️ -Michelle

[@britgrammy2564]

What a great project for grandkids! What is the fabric line again?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This would be perfect to do with the grandkids! This line was Crazy for Red by Moda. It's out of print now, but this set is similar in color to that one and it's also from Moda: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Portsmouth-14-FQ-Set-Harbor-Set-by-Minick-Simpson-for-Moda-Fabrics-P64166.aspx?categoryid=88 Let me know if you'd like me to look for different fabrics for you. I'm always happy to help! - Morgan

[@timothyblack2185]

If glue gets on the iron use a fresh dryer sheet on a hot iron. Fold the dryer sheet several times and rub it on the glue of the hot iron. Be careful it's very hot. Glue comes right off.

[@donnatoland4756]

To save product, can’t you just put it on one side and still fuse both together? Or is there a reason to have it on both pieces of fabric?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You could give that a try! We added extra to add stability to the project, but it's up to you. - Morgan

[@donnatoland4756]

Thank you! But it does give it more stiffness. Your right both sides is way better than one.

[@patricialane7475]

is the second piece of heat n bond necessary? couldn't you put heat n bond on one piece of fabric, trim, peel the backing, then adhere the backing fabric? or do you need the two layers of heat n bond for stiffness?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are right Patricia Lane, you need the second layer to add stiffness. It really makes a big difference!

[@myyprecious1]

Patricia Lane .. You are correct you only need one sheet of Heat & Bond to connect 2 fabrics.. so the 2nd sheet unnecessary, but I agree that it does help with the sections being stiffer.

[@joanborden6159]

You could use Velcro and make a chain and have a countdown to Christmas.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a great suggestion!! -Michelle

[@funfettiyani]

Sadly I have no where around here that carries an assortment of pretty materials, I will do this with paper which I know won't last for not yr but want to make it🎄⛄

[@ShabbyFabrics]

They are still so fun to make with paper +yani angelicstyle!

[@Happybidr]

yani angelicstyle Order online from their store.

[@terrimathis9197]

This will be fun to make! Side note: my Shark iron caught on fire! Won’t buy them again as it’s just too risky.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for the information on the Shark Iron! We're glad you're safe. Have a Merry Christmas! ❤ -Michelle

[@armandopina8529]

do you have pics showing chain garlands on Christmas Tree or mantels???

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Unfortunately, we do not have any more photos than the ones that are provided in the video. - Yajaira

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

What can we do with random pieces of double fabric that is left over from this project?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You could make the no-sew quilted Christmas ornaments or the Mod Podge ornaments! - Morgan

[@nancy9478]

Tie them to jute rope for another garland.

[@lindadenton7431]

couldn't you sew Velcro on so you can change them around or the kids could play and change them

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, you can most certainly try! What a great idea! - Yajaira

[@catherinekotrlik6551]

How many strips can you cut from a fat quarter? Thanks.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can cut 11 strips, and then subcut each of those strips into 3 (you need 1.5" x 7" pieces for the garland. A FQ will give you eleven 1.5" x 21" strips). So you'll get a total of 33 per FQ. - Morgan

[@nancyduffey8217]

Hello I notice on the heat and bond instructions it tells you to wash your fabric first , did you wash your fabric before the heat and bond

[@ShabbyFabrics]

I didn't prewash the fabrics. I couldn't wait to jump into the fun so I skipped that step. Everything worked out fine so I think you can skip that step too if you'd like. :) Jen

[@debbieknabb7701]

Couldn't you glue the two pieces of fabric together with just one piece of iron on Ultrabond?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Debbie - That is an option, but you may not experience the same level of stiffness that you get with two pieces. Hope this makes sense! -Michelle

[@annf3949]

I would like that fabric but cannot find it anywhere

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We used a fat quarter set and you can use any fabric of your choice! Here is a link to our website to our Christmas fabrics if you are interested. www.shabbyfabrics.com/c1072/christmas-shoppe/christmas-fabrics Hope this helps! - Abby

[@annf3949]

@@ShabbyFabrics thanks

[@timothyblack2185]

It would be cute across a bulletin board too.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoy this fun project! Thanks so much for watching!! -Michelle

[@user-yd5xb6ul9q]

Can u use ribbon?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great question! You can most certainly try! - Yajaira

[@user-yd5xb6ul9q]

@@ShabbyFabrics ok thanks

[@nancy9478]

Wired edge ribbon holds its shape, worth a try!

[@lisawelsch2869]

Is there a written pattern for this?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks so much for watching! Unfortunately we do not have a written pattern for this project.